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Who This Course Is For

This pre-licensing education course gives you everything you need to pass the LLQP exam and take the first step toward getting your life insurance licence & certification and starting a new career.

This course is especially helpful if:

  • You're new to the insurance industry
  • You're short on time
  • You're nervous about exams
  • English isn't your first language

You'll get support whenever you need it, structure and flexibility you need to succeed, even if you've never studied insurance before.

What This Course Provides

No background needed

This course is built for complete beginners. Instead of working through dense official textbooks, each LLQP module is distilled into clear, approximately ~77-page notes so you can focus on what actually gets tested.

Learn from someone who's done it

Learn from an active licensed life insurance agent, with real-world examples drawn from the industry, so the material makes sense before you ever sit the exam.

Study on your terms

Study by video, audio-only, or written notes—whichever fits your schedule. Tutor support is available whenever you get stuck, and you can also get help from our vibrant learning community.

MORE THAN EXAM PREP

Study it once. Use it on the job.

The course is designed around three things at once: understanding how insurance works, passing the LLQP licensing exam, and being prepared to actually do the job.

The content maps to real agency work: the products you'll sell, the clients you'll advise, and the regulatory requirements you'll operate under.

You study it once, and it carries you through the exam and into employment.

Aligned to the official exam blueprint and provincial licensing requirements

What You’ll Learn

  • Life insurance: term, whole, universal life, and related products
  • Accident and sickness insurance: disability, critical illness, and health coverage
  • Annuities and segregated funds
  • Ethics, professional practice, and Canadian insurance law
  • Provincial licensing requirements and compliance obligations

Skills You’ll Build

  • Advise clients on life and health insurance needs
  • Explain and sell annuities and segregated funds
  • Apply ethical and legal standards in client dealings
  • Assess risk and match clients to appropriate coverage

Your Path from Zero to Licensed Agent

1

Enroll in the course

No prerequisites required. Start the same day.

2

Study all 4 LLQP modules

Use video lectures, study notes, and practice questions covering Life Insurance, Accident & Sickness, Segregated Funds & Annuities, and Ethics & Professionalism.

3

Earn your CIPR certification

Complete the included REMIC Certification Exam to qualify to write the provincial LLQP exams.

4

Pass the provincial exams

Write the LLQP licensing exams through your province’s exam administrator. If you don't pass on the first attempt, come back and study for free until you do.

5

Apply for your license

Submit your application to your provincial regulator.

6

Start working

Job support and mentorship included.

Why Students Choose This Course

Built to remove stress and help you pass with confidence.

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Learn
Study in the format that works for you. Watch video lessons, read the textbook, listen on the go, or get support from your instructor when you need help.
What's included: ▼
Downloadable PNC Learning LLQP Exam Prep Notes ▼
This easy-to-use, ~77-page condensed note package gives you exactly what you need to pass the LLQP exams, with clear explanations and ZERO jargon. It covers all the key concepts in personal lines, commercial insurance, and personal liability insurance.
Online Lectures with detailed examples ▼
Our multi-media lectures include detailed examples to help you understand even the most challenging insurance concepts.
Key Learning Outcomes in Every Chapter ▼
Know exactly what to focus on. Each chapter highlights the most test-relevant concepts so you can study smarter, not longer.
Interactive Fill-in-the-Blank Worksheets ▼
Hands-on practice built into every chapter to reinforce understanding and improve retention.
Glossary of Key Terms
Study Anywhere 24/7
Instant Access to all materials
[NEW] Subtitles/CC for accessibility
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Review
Practice with mock exams that mirror the real test. Quiz yourself, track your progress, and get tips to study smarter not longer.
What's included: ▼
Study Tips & practice questions ▼
Get study tips, practice questions, and mock exams, ensuring you're fully prepared for the exam.
~1000 Practice Questions & Mock Exams ▼
Practice questions and mock exams that will help you succeed on the first try.
Personal Course Tutor (one-on-one help) ▼
Don't study alone, get one-on-one help from a licensed instructor by phone or online using our built-in live-chat app.
6 Months Access ▼
It should take less than 3 weeks, but because the studying pace varies by person, we give you 6 months.
[NEW] Mobile App Experience
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Guaranteed Pass
We'll guide you through booking your exam and support you every step of the way. If you don't pass, you'll get your money back.
What's included: ▼
Guaranteed Pass ▼
Didn't pass the first time? Come back and study for free until you do.
Career Advice & Ongoing Mentorship ▼
Find a job fast through our employment partners.
Eligible for Canada Training Credit ▼
50% reimbursement or Tuition Tax Credit (if applicable).
Free Updates ▼
You get the latest updates as they're released (applied automatically).
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Simple Language

Struggling with a HUGE and expensive textbook? Our LLQP courses teach complex concepts in simple, jargon-free language to make the insurance process easier to understand.

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Dedicated Course Tutor

Stuck on a concept? Don't waste hours searching for answers. Get help from a licensed instructor.

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Guaranteed Pass

PNC Learning offers the longest enrollment period and fastest path to success in the insurance industry. You can pass the insurance exam, get a CIPR certification, and start your career in as little as 4 weeks.

The insurance industry offers stability, strong income potential, and long-term opportunity, especially in property and casualty.

As a licensed life insurance agent, you'll help Canadians protect what matters while building a career that pays.

Earn over $104,000* a year in a career that stays steady, even when the economy doesn't.

PNC Learning is your fast entry pathway into the industry toward professional designations, where you can pass your exam in as little as 3 weeks** and start working sooner, with no wasted time, overspending, or confusion.
To enter the industry with a full license, you'll need to pass all four LLQP modules, get your CIPR certified and pass the exams. This course is designed to help you do exactly that.
*Average Canadian salary
**Timelines may vary slightly depending on your province's licensing process

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*Other organizations such as RIBO, ICM, ICS have accredited our courses but didn't allow us to use their logos.

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Meet Your Instructor

Adam (Aizad) Ahmad
Lead LLQP Instructor
Professor Adam (Aizad) Ahmad, MBA, MSc, LLQP

Earning his MBA in the UK, Adam holds many professional designations in finance to include: CSC, BCO, IFIC, LLQP, PFP, CPH, Real Estate and more. Starting his career working for large financial institutions like Sun Life, Edward Jones, Scotiabank, and others, Adam followed his passion for education and moved on to teach life insurance and other financial certifications at various colleges in Ontario. Now at PNC Learning, Adam helps us with our instructional design and LLQP pre-licensing and CE training.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long does it take to study for LLQP?

    Based on our experience, it takes about 100 hours to be ready to write the LLQP exam. If you're studying part time, that works out to about 4-6 weeks.

  • What is LLQP in Canada?

    LLQP or (H)LLQP stands for (Harmonized) Life License Qualification Program. It is the study materials and exam you are required to pass if you want to become a life or accident & sickness insurance agent/broker in Canada.

  • Is the LLQP exam hard?

    The exam is all multiple choice and open book. It is designed to be manageable by anyone. You certainly don't need a college/university education to pass it! The key will be in how you prepare. PNC Learning's LLQP course teaches you everything you need to know to pass the exam in plain language, we provide you extensive tutor support and offer a pass guarantee to ensure we are with you every step of the way.

  • How many attempts are allowed for LLQP?

    You can attempt the LLQP exam 4 times within a 1 year period. If you fail your 4th attempt, you will have to wait another year before trying again. If you have a professionally diagnosed learning challenge, you can usually request an accommodation from your exam administrator.

  • How to get an LLQP license?

    To get your LLQP license, you first have to take a course with a Canadian Insurance Services Regulatory Organizations (CISRO)-approved course provider. Once you complete the course, you will get your CIPR certification, which you can use to take the provincial LLQP licensing exams. Once you’ve passed all the required exams, just apply for the license with your provincial regulator.

  • What is an LLQP license?

    An LLQP license lets you sell and advise clients on all types of specialized life and health insurance products.

  • What does LLQP stand for?

    LLQP stands for Life License Qualification Program. Its is sometimes called the Harmonized Life License Qualification Program or HLLQP since they unified the requirements across all Canadian provinces.

  • What study materials are included in the LLQP course?

    The LLQP course bundle includes video lectures, practice questions/mock exams, notes, and support from our dedicated tutor team to help guide you through every step of your studies. You can refer to the sections above to learn more about what you get.

  • Can I take LLQP courses while working full-time?

    Yes, you can! Studying is super convenient because the courses are self-paced and delivered online. We built these programs for people exactly like you.

  • Are there LLQP exemptions for other insurance certifications?

    No. To get your LLQP license, you need to pass the required modules.

  • Are there specific prerequisites for the LLQP course?

    No. There are no prerequisites required to take these courses other than a good attitude and a willingness to learn 🙂

  • Does the course cover all modules of the LLQP exam?

    Yes, the courses contain everything you need to know to pass the LLQP exam on the first try!

  • What are the job prospects for someone with an LLQP license?

    As an LLQP licensee, you can work as an insurance agent selling all kinds of life and health insurance products. If you don’t like working with customers or doing sales, there are also administrative or back office roles available. With the rise in work from home (WFH), many positions also offer that option plus flexible hours. Whatever you are looking for, PNC Learning offers students job support and mentorship post-graduation.

  • Can I sell both life and health insurance with this license?

    Yes. If you hold an LLQP license, you can sell both life and health insurance products.

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